Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stood off
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All turned back from fear or foul weather.—
David A. Graham,
The Atlantic,
2 June 2026 -
The vacant home could be turned back into staff quarters.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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Omar Artar, making history as Somalia’s first World Cup referee, was turned away upon arrival at Miami International Airport.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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Rockmont opened a retail outlet after the three Weils, eating lunch across from their headquarters, noticed the number of would-be buyers who were turned away because the company didn’t sell direct to the public.—
Sandra Dallas,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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His death sparked celebration among Iranians who opposed his rule and despair from pro-regime loyalists.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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But residents heavily opposed the I-77 South project after NCDOT released preliminary designs for the roadway in November.—
Nicholas Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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The suit alleges she was informed the officer resisted calls to attend remedial training going so far as to tell his fellow officers that Internal Affairs could open up an insubordination case on him.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
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Media buyers have pressed for rollbacks in rates on cable, and the media companies have resisted.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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The warehouse for wheat, hay and potatoes withstood four disastrous fires and two earthquakes long before it became known as a destination for brews with a view.—
Katie Lauer,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
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Jelly flats are a trend that have withstood the test of time, thanks to their whimsy, comfort, and low-key practicality (water-resistance for the win).—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
6 June 2026
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“Stood off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stood%20off. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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